LEARN/CREATE (PT)

NOTE: When the Idaho Legislature is in session, programming on the Learn/Create and World channels may be pre-empted for live coverage from the House and Senate floors.

11:00 am

Artifacts & Fiction: Workshop In American Literature"Workshop 2. Political History"
Speeches, protest posters, and cartoons capture the political views of various groups. Pairing the study of literature with close readings of appropriate political artifacts, this session demonstrates how to comprehend the place and time of a text. D

12:00 pm

French In Action"All Manner of Transportation I"
Mireille is going to Chartres, and Robert invites himself along. They decide to take the train. Robert almost gets lost in the metro on his way to meet Mireille at the station.G

12:30 pm

French In Action"All Manner of Transportation II"
At Chartres, Robert is deeply moved by the beauty of the cathedral and of his companion. When she leaves briefly, to visit a nearby museum, he imagines he's being betrayed.G

1:00 pm

Western Tradition"The Byzantine Empire"
From Constantinople, the Byzantine Empire carries on the traditions of Greece and Rome.G

1:30 pm

Western Tradition"The Fall of Byzantium"
Nearly one thousand years after the fall of Rome, Constantinople is conquered by the forces of Islam.G

2:00 pm

Biography of America, A"Civil War"
As the Civil War rages, all eyes turn to Vicksburg, where limited war becomes total war. Professor Miller looks at the ferocity of the fighting, at Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation, and at the bitter legacy of the battle -- and the war. D

2:30 pm

Biography of America, A"Reconstruction"
Professor Miller begins the program by evoking in word and picture the battlefield after the battle of Gettysburg. With the assassination of President Lincoln, one sad chapter of American history comes to a close. In the fatigue and cynicism of the Civil War's aftermath, Reconstructionism becomes a promise unfulfilled. D

3:00 pm

Design Squad Nation"It's Alive!"
Judy and Adam join forces with Jennifer-- a young pastry chef from Boston, MA -- to create the cake of her dreams for the cast party of "Young Frankenstein: The Musical." With guidance and inspiration from master baker Jorg Amsler of Truly Jorg's Patisserie in Saugus, MA, the team engineers a cake that is part delicious, part electronic and part mad scientist -- wowing the musical's cast and crew. D

3:30 pm

Biz Kid$"Escape The Box"
Discover how different families work out "allowances." Even basic financial planning starts now. Learn how to manage your monthly income and expenses for vacations, education, and more.G

4:00 pm

The Electric Company"A Fistful of Confetti"
It's Neighborhood Record Day, and everyone in town is trying to break silly records. Francine and Jessica are both trying to break the same record - filming the most broken records on record day. When Francine tries to get in Jessica's way by giving her fake tips, The Electric Company works together to lead Jessica to victory. D

4:30 pm

Cyberchase"A Whale of a Tale"
With special guest star Al Roker. A trip to R-Fair City nearly turns into a monster mash when Hacker abducts Glowla, a beautiful cyberlady who generates pure energy. Hacker is able to snatch Glowla by reprogramming her trick whale, Snout. D

Scheewe Art Workshop"Days End"
The still water at day's end is a restful painting using the warm hues of sundown. Layering is achieved by tapping on the trees to create depth. The finishing touches of framing and matting offer great opportunity to achieve your final desired look. D

6:00 pm

Joanne Weir's Cooking Confidence"Dinner Time Sizzle"
Joanne toasts up a tasty starter of Grilled Bread with Tomatoes and Prosciutto di Parma and then shows her student Sarina, how a splash of sherry gives shrimp some sizzle! Together they roast red peppers to perfection for a delicious basmati rice dish with green peas. Recipes: Grilled Bread with Tomatoes and Prosciutto di Parma, Sizzling Shrimp with Pimenton and Sherry, Basmati Rice with Roasted Red Peppers and Green Peas. Student: Sarina Crivello. D

6:30 pm

Martha Bakes"Biscuits and Scones"
Biscuits and scones are the perfect way to start the day; with Martha's recipes and tips, they're easy to make anytime. Learn how to make buttermilk biscuits, angel biscuits and cream scones. If it looks easy, that's because it is - the key is actually to work the dough as little as possible. D

Rick Steves' Europe"Vienna"
Rick tiptoes through the palace of Maria Theresa and is dazzled by the Hapsburg crown jewels. He picnics on the Danube, nibbles strudel in an old world cafe, reviews slinky Art Nouveau, and waltzes in three-quarter time to music by Johann Strauss.G

8:00 pm

Rudy Maxa's World"Istanbul, Turkey"
The city's architecture, cuisine and customs reflect the civilizations that tried to tame it - from the Romans to the Ottomans.G

8:30 pm

Lidia's Italy In America"New England's Italy"
As the Italian immigrants settled the Northeastern coast of the United States, they did what they knew from their homeland. In many cases, this included fishing for the local catch. In this episode, Lidia makes Calamari Fra Diavolo over Linguine and she also prepares a Salt Cod, Potato & String Bean Salad. D

Mexico -- One Plate at a Time with Rick Bayless"Oaxaca's Most Magical Holiday"
Rick takes us on a remarkable journey through Oaxaca City during the revered Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) holiday. We discover that in Mexico, death is embraced as part of the circle of life. During the holiday, people welcome home the spirits of their ancestors who come to commune with their families and friends. D

Rick Steves' Europe"Vienna"
Rick tiptoes through the palace of Maria Theresa and is dazzled by the Hapsburg crown jewels. He picnics on the Danube, nibbles strudel in an old world cafe, reviews slinky Art Nouveau, and waltzes in three-quarter time to music by Johann Strauss.G